Yesterday morning was my third weekend in a row at Umm Sequim Beach - each a little hotter than the previous as Dubai's unforgiving summer begins to settle in. 7am is definitely the ticket at this time of year though. The morning light was beautiful, it was a moderate 33 degrees, and the beach was empty. Bliss.

This time I joined a beautiful, energetic Norwegian/Iranian family. After 8 fun-filled years in Dubai, they are bound for Norway. Norway's landscape and climate couldn't be more different to Dubai - it's green, mountainous, and much cooler (highs of 25 degrees in the summer, and as low as minus 40 degrees in the winter months!!?). Time to swap those flip flops for ski boots!

One thing I know for certain, is that this family will miss Dubai's beaches. We had a lot of fun this morning playing at the waters edge. I really don't know where the girls get their energy from! Below is a little peak at some of the photos from our session.

Best of luck with the packing this week Mamad & Caroline, and enjoy your last few weeks in the UAE.

Thank you so much, the pictures look great. We are so happy that we managed to take these photos before we leave to norway. Thank you so much again. Caroline.

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I am Katrina Matthews, the artist behind the images on this site and the author of this blog.

After a recent move back to NZ & Auckland, I am busy re-establishing my business in the Karaka/Drury area.

I specialise in families of all ages and stages. I just love the outdoors at sunset for both maternity and family portraits. The light is flattering, the skies beautiful and I find families tend to come alive at this time, resulting in natural, playful images. Not to mention the endless setting options, from client's own farms or lifestyle properties, to parks and public beaches. Uniquely your own.

Since our move back to Auckland I have been making the most of the outdoors and the summer weather, focusing on my families and maternity offerings, but I'm equally excited about opening my home studio as autumn approaches, so I can start to welcome newborns and under 1s back.

If you would like further information on my portrait sessions, simply get in touch via the contact form on this site, or email me directly at info@katrinamatthews.com